Service and repair manuals for 21 model years of the BMW X3, 2004 to 2024. Each manual is matched to one exact year — the specifications and procedure sequences are the ones BMW published for that year's engine and trim, not values carried across the whole production run.
Engines across the range: 3.0L I6 — 182 cu in, DOHC · 2.5L I6 — 152 cu in, DOHC · 3.0L I6 — 183 cu in, DOHC · 3.0L I6 — 182 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged · 2.0L I4 — 122 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged · 3.0L I6 — 183 cu in, DOHC, turbocharged.
Federal safety record, all years: 63 recalls, 2,637 owner complaints and 1,833 technical service bulletins are logged for the X3. Refreshed 2026-08-21.
01 / Model yearsChoose your X3 year
| Year | Price | Recalls | Engines | Trims | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $40.99 | 1 | 3.0L I6; 2.0L I4 | M40i Sport Utility 4-Door · M Competition Sport Utility 4-Door · sDrive30i Sport Utility 4-Door · M Sport Utility 4-Door +5 | details → |
| 2023 | $40.99 | 1 | 3.0L I6; 2.0L I4 | M40i Sport Utility 4-Door · M Competition Sport Utility 4-Door · sDrive30i Sport Utility 4-Door · M Sport Utility 4-Door +5 | details → |
| 2022 | $40.99 | 3 | 3.0L I6; 2.0L I4 | M40i Sport Utility 4-Door · M Competition Sport Utility 4-Door · sDrive30i Sport Utility 4-Door · M Sport Utility 4-Door +5 | details → |
| 2021 | $40.99 | 7 | 3.0L I6; 2.0L I4 | M40i Sport Utility 4-Door · M Competition Sport Utility 4-Door · sDrive30i Sport Utility 4-Door · M Sport Utility 4-Door +4 | details → |
| 2020 | $40.99 | 12 | 3.0L I6; 2.0L I4 | M40i Sport Utility 4-Door · M Competition Sport Utility 4-Door · sDrive30i Sport Utility 4-Door · M Sport Utility 4-Door +5 | details → |
| 2019 | $40.99 | 6 | 3.0L I6; 2.0L I4 | M40i Sport Utility 4-Door · sDrive30i Sport Utility 4-Door · xDrive30i Sport Utility 4-Door · xDrive30i X Line Sport Utility 4-Door +1 | details → |
| 2018 | $40.99 | 4 | 3.0L I6; 2.0L I4 | M40i Sport Utility 4-Door · xDrive30i Sport Utility 4-Door · xDrive30i X Line Sport Utility 4-Door · sDrive20i Executive Sport Utility 4-Door | details → |
| 2017 | $40.99 | 4 | 3.0L I6; 2.0L I4 | xDrive35i M Sport Sport Utility 4-Door · xDrive28i Sport Utility 4-Door · sDrive20i Sport Utility 4-Door · xDrive28i X Line Sport Utility 4-Door +3 | details → |
| 2016 | $40.99 | 3 | 3.0L I6; 2.0L I4 | xDrive35i M Sport Sport Utility 4-Door · xDrive28i Sport Utility 4-Door · sDrive20i Sport Utility 4-Door · xDrive28i X Line Sport Utility 4-Door +4 | details → |
| 2015 | $40.99 | 4 | 3.0L I6; 2.0L I4 | xDrive35i M Sport Sport Utility 4-Door · xDrive28i Sport Utility 4-Door · sDrive20i Sport Utility 4-Door · xDrive28i X Line Sport Utility 4-Door +4 | details → |
| 2014 | $40.99 | 3 | 3.0L I6; 2.0L I4; 3.0L I6 | xDrive35i M Sport Sport Utility 4-Door · xDrive28i Top Line Sport Utility 4-Door · xDrive28i Sport Utility 4-Door · xDrive28i M Sport Sport Utility 4-Door +2 | details → |
| 2013 | $40.99 | 4 | 3.0L I6; 2.0L I4; 3.0L I6 | xDrive35i M Sport Sport Utility 4-Door · xDrive28i Sport Utility 4-Door · xDrive28i M Sport Sport Utility 4-Door · xDrive35i Sport Utility 4-Door | details → |
| 2012 | $40.99 | 2 | 3.0L I6; 3.0L I6 | xDrive28i Lujo Sport Utility 4-Door · xDrive35i M Sport Sport Utility 4-Door · xDrive28i Top Line Sport Utility 4-Door · xDrive28i Sport Utility 4-Door +2 | details → |
| 2011 | $40.99 | 2 | 3.0L I6; 2.5L I6; 3.0L I6 | 3.0si Sport Utility 4-Door · 25i Top Line Sport Utility 4-Door · 2.5si Sport Utility 4-Door · 30i M Sport Sport Utility 4-Door +4 | details → |
| 2010 | $40.99 | 1 | 3.0L I6; 2.5L I6 | 3.0si Sport Utility 4-Door · 25i Top Line Sport Utility 4-Door · 2.5si Sport Utility 4-Door · xDrive28i Sport Utility 4-Door +2 | details → |
| 2009 | $40.99 | 1 | 3.0L I6; 2.5L I6 | 3.0si Sport Utility 4-Door · 2.5si Sport Utility 4-Door · xDrive30i Sport Utility 4-Door | details → |
| 2008 | $40.99 | 1 | 3.0L I6; 2.5L I6 | 3.0si Sport Utility 4-Door · 2.5si Sport Utility 4-Door · 3.0i Sport Utility 4-Door | details → |
| 2007 | $40.99 | 1 | 3.0L I6; 2.5L I6 | 3.0si Sport Utility 4-Door · 2.5si Sport Utility 4-Door | details → |
| 2006 | $40.99 | 1 | 3.0L I6; 2.5L I6 | 3.0i Sport Utility 4-Door · 2.5i Sport Utility 4-Door | details → |
| 2005 | $40.99 | 1 | 3.0L I6; 2.5L I6 | 3.0i Sport Utility 4-Door · 2.5i Sport Utility 4-Door | details → |
| 2004 | $40.99 | 1 | 3.0L I6; 2.5L I6 | 3.0i Sport Utility 4-Door · 2.5i Sport Utility 4-Door | details → |
02 / InsideSample pages
From the 2024 X3 manual.
03 / ContentsWhat the manual covers
- Quick Lookups 57
- General Information 2,697
- Accessories & Equipment 3,294
- Heating, Ventilation & A/C (HVAC) 204
- Body & Frame 2,333
- Hybrid/Electric Powertrain 1,612
- Brakes 204
- Maintenance 186
- Collision 1,149
- Restraints 265
- Drivelines & Axles 906
- Steering 160
- Electrical 2,023
- Suspension 482
- Engine Mechanical 3,018
- Transmission 292
- Engine Performance 1,075
04 / OwnershipOwn it — don't rent it
| Option | What you pay | After a year |
|---|---|---|
| eManualStore X3 manual | $40.99 once | Still yours |
| Per-vehicle online subscription | from $29 / year, renewing | Pay again or lose access |
| Library membership services | $33 / month, capped | $396 spent, nothing kept |
| Professional shop databases | $499–$2,388 / year | Renew or lose access |
Competitor figures as published on their sites, August 2026.
FAQQuestions about the X3 manual
Which X3 years does this manual cover?
Every year from 2004 to 2024 — 21 separate manuals, one per model year. Pick your year in the selector; the manual you receive is matched to that exact year, engine and trim.
Is this the OEM BMW X3 manual or an aftermarket guide?
The OEM version. It carries the procedures, specifications, torque values and wiring diagrams BMW published for the X3, organized by system — not a condensed aftermarket summary.
Does it include X3 wiring diagrams?
Yes. Full wiring diagrams are part of every X3 manual, alongside repair procedures, specifications and diagnostic information.
Does the manual cover X3 recalls?
63 recalls are on federal record across the 2004–2024 X3, listed by year below. The manual carries the manufacturer's diagnostic and repair procedures behind the systems involved; the recall repairs themselves are performed free by BMW dealers.
Why do some X3 years cost more?
Every X3 year is $40.99.
Is this a subscription?
No. One payment, and the manual is yours to keep — unlike per-vehicle subscriptions that renew every year.
How do I get the manual after purchase?
It is a digital manual — nothing ships. Access details arrive by email right after checkout, and you can use it on any device.
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